Protect Medicaid in Missouri

We want to hear your Medicaid stories!

Right now, Congress is considering a federal budget reconciliation bill that could result in devastating cuts to Medicaid. These cuts would impact millions—including children, older adults, people with disabilities, and working families across Missouri.

Our team at the Community Health Commission of Missouri (CHCM), is collecting stories from Missourians who have been impacted by Medicaid. We want to hear about your experiences and Medicaid's role in helping you get critical care, support a loved one, or bridging a gap during hard times.

Share your MO Medicaid story

CHCM submits testimony in opposition to initiative petition restrictions and partisan redistricting

Thursday, September 4, 2025

On September 4, 2025, the Community Health Commission of Missouri (CHCM) submitted formal testimony to the Missouri House in opposition to two proposals that threaten democracy and fair representation:

  • HJR 3 – “Protect Missouri Voters” Amendment: Would impose new barriers to the citizen initiative petition process, limiting Missourians’ ability to directly shape policy. Amendments would require both a statewide majority and majority approval in all 8 congressional districts—making it significantly harder for voters to pass reforms.
  • HB 1 – Redistricting Provisions: Would reopen congressional redistricting before the next census, destabilizing representation and splitting Kansas City’s 5th District—making it possible for Republicans to control 7 of 8 seats in the U.S. House.

CHCM stands firmly against these efforts to weaken civic participation and representation. We believe Missouri’s democratic processes should remain open, fair, and accessible to the people they are meant to serve.

Read our full testimonies below.

CHCM Testimony in Opposition to HJR 3
CHCM Testimony in Opposition to HB 1

Submit your own testimony until 11:59 CST on Sepember 4th using the following links:

Submit Testimony Against HJR 3
Submit Testimony Against HB 1